I'm a life long tennis player and have done all of these tips over the years. The result is being a fit tennis player at 74 years old. I play competitive tennis with players 20, 30 or more years younger than me. These tips really work.
Preaching to the choir here! All my opponents are at least 20 years younger too (one is 40 years younger and another is 50 years younger!) You are right that those tips work. I’m only 65 but hope to follow in your footsteps. Keep blazing a trail for us youngsters!
Whoever gives this video a thumbs down is a tennis hater, this knowledge Peter is giving people for free is priceless to anyone who likes to play any sport not just tennis. I have many of Peter's videos and because of his teachings I have helped my team reach districts, I have been asked to play on many different teams and clubs week after week (Doubles or Singles). If you love tennis and want to improve your game Peter is the man you have to listen to in my humble opinion.
You are someone that I would love to get a lesson from. Everything you said in this video I totally agree with. I am 65 and am playing the best tennis of my life by pretty much doing these things. I made the Canadian 60+ team last year! I’ve only had 4 lessons in my life but I am constantly on the Internet looking for videos like yours with tips for improvement. Discovered shadow swinging last year which, combined with self feed drills, completely revamped my technique for the better. Fitness and strength work off court... essential. Moving the feet... the more steps you take between shots the better a player you are. One thing I would add is to limit the amount of time playing tennis... for sure the goal is to constantly improve even as you age but also to extend the shelf life. So many of my peers play too much and are hampered by nagging overuse injuries. I love tennis so much (you obviously do too) and I never want it to end.
Thanks Crunch Time.....you are so right about the feet. Prepare and move, gain preparation time. Stay current and practice this stuff...ball machine, shadow strokes, progressions, ect. Love these tips and I do write them down and practice....the ultimate "rally" ball. Also the value of the high deep ball..your .tip #5
In addition to these excellent suggestions, I would add one more. I have always supplemented my tennis fitness program with cycling. Cycling is a low impact/high aerobic exercise that strengthens legs, lungs and cardio fitness. I still ride 10 to 12 miles a day when I'm not playing tennis and my knees love me for it....
So simple yet so wise. Came back to tennis after a 10 yr break. Thought it would be like riding a bike, it certainly is not! Half a second slow to every ball makes a massive difference. Have to work on your body and your game!
Here's my tip for you: GET NEW TENNIS PARTNERS!!! It is SO easy to always play the same guy or same gang, same time, each week. You'll be declining if you just do the same old, same old; find new people to play tennis against---find some that are even a half-notch better than you. But playing the same people devolves into "social tennis" which is funnsy tennis, lukewarm tennis.
The flip side of this... I’ve been playing the same guy every week for more than 15 years. We have both improved over the years though he has maintained his edge over me and has probably won 80% of our outings. He is an amazing athlete and I consider myself very lucky that he condescends to play with me. I am retired and he is a very busy academic who appreciates my willingness to play whenever he can get a spare moment. It is a collaboration that I consider the high point of every week. I think your advice is basically good but I also think that if one’s goal is improvement rather than winning, it matters less who the opponent is because you can always work on some aspect of your game no matter who is on the other side of the net.
Outstanding, good stuff. New subscriber, I've spent the last day watching your videos. I really appreciate your approach on how to teach. Lots of fun watching and learning a lot. Well done Pete Keep them coming
Pete, love your channel. I have a question : if one wanted to invest 30 minutes (maybe twice) purely into footwork, which exercises would you prescribe. Skipping? Ladders? What would be your top 3? I want to take more adjustment steps and position myself better to hit the ball. (I am 4.0/4.5)
Moving feet makes you more loose, makes you lose more calories, keeps your movements less stressful when changing directions....Split step in tennis is very important for any age..
I'm a life long tennis player and have done all of these tips over the years. The result is being a fit tennis player at 74 years old. I play competitive tennis with players 20, 30 or more years younger than me. These tips really work.
Such a great and inspiring message thanks
Mono Dan That’s so badass!!! Keep up the good work my friend.
Preaching to the choir here! All my opponents are at least 20 years younger too (one is 40 years younger and another is 50 years younger!) You are right that those tips work. I’m only 65 but hope to follow in your footsteps. Keep blazing a trail for us youngsters!
Whoever gives this video a thumbs down is a tennis hater, this knowledge Peter is giving people for free is priceless to anyone who likes to play any sport not just tennis. I have many of Peter's videos and because of his teachings I have helped my team reach districts, I have been asked to play on many different teams and clubs week after week (Doubles or Singles). If you love tennis and want to improve your game Peter is the man you have to listen to in my humble opinion.
thanks Omar you are the MAN!! Keep up the great work
Well said Omar!!
Amen brother! I just discovered him... what a find!
You are someone that I would love to get a lesson from. Everything you said in this video I totally agree with. I am 65 and am playing the best tennis of my life by pretty much doing these things. I made the Canadian 60+ team last year! I’ve only had 4 lessons in my life but I am constantly on the Internet looking for videos like yours with tips for improvement. Discovered shadow swinging last year which, combined with self feed drills, completely revamped my technique for the better. Fitness and strength work off court... essential. Moving the feet... the more steps you take between shots the better a player you are. One thing I would add is to limit the amount of time playing tennis... for sure the goal is to constantly improve even as you age but also to extend the shelf life. So many of my peers play too much and are hampered by nagging overuse injuries. I love tennis so much (you obviously do too) and I never want it to end.
great stuff congrats on making the team
Thanks Crunch Time.....you are so right about the feet. Prepare and move, gain preparation time. Stay current and practice this stuff...ball machine, shadow strokes, progressions, ect. Love these tips and I do write them down and practice....the ultimate "rally" ball. Also the value of the high deep ball..your .tip #5
In addition to these excellent suggestions, I would add one more. I have always supplemented my tennis fitness program with cycling. Cycling is a low impact/high aerobic exercise that strengthens legs, lungs and cardio fitness. I still ride 10 to 12 miles a day when I'm not playing tennis and my knees love me for it....
Thanks Pete, I’m a lifelong learner in tennis and your new fan!
Good stuff as usual. In the future could you maybe do the series for tennis players that are 70 or older as far as quickness and Fitness. Thanks
So simple yet so wise. Came back to tennis after a 10 yr break. Thought it would be like riding a bike, it certainly is not! Half a second slow to every ball makes a massive difference. Have to work on your body and your game!
Great instruction. Thank you !! I think these tips will benefit younger players too.
Great suggestions/reminders. Thank you!
I wish I was told "fall in love with the process of learning" early in life! Never too late!
I'm 60 & those are great tips to keep in shape&really shape my game😎👌
Thanks a lot for your video. I am 55 and recovering from a torn calf muscle. I am going to follow your advice.
Good luck come back slow and strong
You will....
Very useful tips.Thanks
You have been so helpful....you get straight to it
70 and playing singles several times a week. Thx for the tips.
Nice to meet you today at Tolleson! I'm 3.5 working on 4.0 for summer league... 💪 I'll keep in touch
Knowing your game is crucial!!! Good stuff!!!
thanks
You can play tennis to get fit in your twenties.. but once you hit your thirties, you'll need to get fit to play tennis 💪
Thats why I like Nadal..he actually LOOKS like world class athlete. The ultimate gladiator
Gee! Damn good tips! No BS!
Here's my tip for you: GET NEW TENNIS PARTNERS!!! It is SO easy to always play the same guy or same gang, same time, each week. You'll be declining if you just do the same old, same old; find new people to play tennis against---find some that are even a half-notch better than you. But playing the same people devolves into "social tennis" which is funnsy tennis, lukewarm tennis.
The flip side of this... I’ve been playing the same guy every week for more than 15 years. We have both improved over the years though he has maintained his edge over me and has probably won 80% of our outings. He is an amazing athlete and I consider myself very lucky that he condescends to play with me. I am retired and he is a very busy academic who appreciates my willingness to play whenever he can get a spare moment. It is a collaboration that I consider the high point of every week. I think your advice is basically good but I also think that if one’s goal is improvement rather than winning, it matters less who the opponent is because you can always work on some aspect of your game no matter who is on the other side of the net.
Outstanding, good stuff.
New subscriber, I've spent the last day watching your videos. I really appreciate your approach on how to teach.
Lots of fun watching and learning a lot.
Well done Pete
Keep them coming
great new video coming out today with me and Jeff Salzenstein on the Kick Serve
Pete, love your channel. I have a question : if one wanted to invest 30 minutes (maybe twice) purely into footwork, which exercises would you prescribe. Skipping? Ladders? What would be your top 3? I want to take more adjustment steps and position myself better to hit the ball. (I am 4.0/4.5)
I meant obviously twice a week.. :)
Great tips coach!
Good points.. You should go further; 50's, 60's, 70's...
loved this damn honest video !!!
thanks Fernando
Thank you bro for these tips or advice
sure thing
Pure Gold. Congrats
This is good stuff thanks P
fantastic info
You need to listen to this guy!
thanks
0:48 is the best workout
thats my favorite
Click on the arrow to start Next Level University but seems like the link was broken.
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Right
same voice as narrator of honeybadger video?
Thank you
Love it..... dead on
67 still singles
Me too! Only 65 though.
Another important workout is Yoga... It helps to loosen out those limbs through stretching
Thx!
What about #6, Practice getting comfortable hitting deep lobs
I started hitting the gym at 55 lifting weights.
Now I can only play ping pong.
why what do you think happened? did you hurt yourself?
39 clicked on it anyway 🙂🎾
After 40, it all doubles play!
tip number 5 encourages us to be moonballers?? Or what?
"Move your damn feet!" is some kind of "tip" for the over 40? Are you for real??? Is this supposed to help???
Moving feet makes you more loose, makes you lose more calories, keeps your movements less stressful when changing directions....Split step in tennis is very important for any age..
I call it the Isner talk from when I saw him on TV between points telling himself (lip reading): “Move your feet, move your feet, move your feet!”
Footwork is 80% of tennis!
"Body in motion stays in motion" (body at rest stays at rest)!!!
Work out ???? No effin way ! I used to be a gymnast , a martial artist, a distance runner and swimmer. At 67 ,, I get enough from tennis practice !!
Sooooo I should just stop playing
That is classic
Annoying